Saint-Gobain prides itself on being innovative, customer focused, agile, open and engaging and entrepreneurial.

They are also proud to have been named a 'Top Employer' for five consecutive years. If you are a quick learner, you like working in a team, and you want to know what it's like to work for a top employer that is working hard to make the world a better home; then please read on to find out more about this exciting opportunity to join us as a Machine Operator.

Celotex is one of more than 30 exciting Saint-Gobain brands in the UK and is a leading manufacturer of high performance PIR thermal insulation boards within the UK.

Is this role right for me?

First and foremost, we always want to recruit talented people that align well with our values and way of working; so whether you've never worked in this industry before, or had years of experience with one our competitors, you're just as likely to be a great fit! A great Operative Grade 3 at Celotex will put safety above all else, work well in a team and be enthusiastic about the work they do. As a quick learner, you'll be flexible to work in different areas, take responsibility for the work you do and always show good attention to detail.

There is some specific experience/skills/knowledge we are looking for from suitable candidates;

Sound understanding of safety procedures and practises

Essential will be a can do attitude and passion that will set us apart from our competition.

Skill and product/sector knowledge is an education that can be taught.

Drive, passion and hard work come from within. In our team it is essential we demonstrate this, every day and support our own teams in the same way.

What will I be doing in the role?

Our Machine / multi-skilled Operators are very important to the smooth running of the business. Their role is important to help ensure products are where they need to be on time, with a particular emphasis on quality and communication skills. To support our customers effectively you will;

Ensure quality checks are completed to the right standard

Have a good working attitude

Maintain good communication skills, with both customers and your team

You will help keep our business running smoothly and ensure that the products we produce are of excellent quality for our customers.

Be responsible for the safe and correct operation of plant machinery and equipment. Full training will be provided, but experience in a machine setting/operating environment would be advantageous.

Choose the correct materials and programmes to produce excellent quality Celotex products.

Monitor equipment performance and report any defects or problems immediately.

Ensure that during production all parameters are met or exceeded without loss of quality or downtime and ensure that records are accurate and kept up to date.

Keep the Team Leader/Ops Shift Manager and Quality Control fully informed of any quality related problems with regard to chemicals, raw materials, or finished products.

This is a night shift role, which the current working pattern is Sun-Thurs 22:00-06:00. There will be a need for approx. 3 months training on a day shift rotation, before going to the full night shift role. (Exact hours can be discussed to accommodate all parties)

Are Celotex and Saint-Gobain an Inclusive employer?

We're working hard to be, and we're keen to hire talented people regardless of their background, abilities, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, taste in music, fashion sense or anything else that makes you, you!

We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.

And what about flexibility?

The world of work is changing, and at Saint-Gobain we are open to new ways of working in order to attract talented people to our business. We understand that everyone has different needs and commitments. Therefore, we are very open to discuss any flexible requirement or need that you may have for this role (this could be flexible hours, a job share, part time, to name a few). We can't guarantee to meet all requests for flexibility when we are recruiting, but we promise to listen.

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